Session Schedule

Representatives from Mid-Atlantic Horse Rescue, New Beginnings, PTHA’s Turning For Home, TRRAC Thoroughbred Aftercare, Retired Racehorse Project, and CANTER PA will be contributing to these educational sessions.

The Retired Racehorse in Western Tack w/Danielle and Meg Montgomery 
THURSDAY, 2pm, Large Arena

You see them all the time on the cross country course or in the Hunter-Jumper arenas but OTTBs also excel at all kinds of western disciplines. Learn about the foundational training that goes into developing OTTBs for rodeo sports.

Gymnastic Fundamentals for the Green Retired Racehorse w/ Sally Shirley
FRIDAY, 3pm, Equine Arena

So You Want to Adopt a Thoroughbred w/Thoroughbred Aftercare Panel
SATURDAY, 10am, Seminar Hall A

You’ve seen the OTTB resurgence and now you’re convinced you want one of your own. There’s all kinds of ways to go about doing that. Learn about your options and what to expect in the process.

Off the Track and Into the Arena w/Doug Nunn
SUNDAY, 11am Round Pen

Understanding how your horse was ridden and trained at the track and ideas for translating those skills into a successful transition to the riding arena.

Racing Injury Case Studies w/ Thoroughbred Aftercare Panel
SUNDAY, 3pm Seminar Hall B

Utilizing real-life case files from Turning for Home, this is a discussion on common racing injuries, their rehabilitation, and prognosis.

OTTBs for Adoption